2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1203 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Patrol | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
